The 53rd Annual Highland Games at Grandfather Mountain will be held again July
10-13 at MacRae Meadows on beautiful Grandfather Mountain. Located in Linville,
North Carolina in Avery County, this is the granddaddy of all American Scottish
Games celebrations. People from all over the world attend this event year after
year to enjoy the multitude of events.
Events include:
 The
Bear: Assault on Grandfather (July 10th) a foot race which begins at the
town of Linville and culminates at the summit of Grandfather mountain, a
grueling climb of 1,568 in elevation. 800 contestants vie for the title.- The Grizzly Bike Race (July 11th) a grueling race up the
mountain.
- Grandfather Mountain Highland Games Scottish Country Dance Gala
(July 11th) Held at Williams Gymnasium at Lees-McRae College.
- Mountain Marathon (July 12th) Reputed to be one of, if not THE
toughest marathon in the nation.
- Grandfather Mountain Highland Games Piping Concert (July 12th)
Held at the Trillium Room, Broyhill Inn and Conference Center in Boone,
North Carolina.
- Grandfather Mountain Highland Games Ceilidh Concert (July 12th) a
presentation of Scottish folk music, singing and dancing held at Hayes
Auditorium, Lees-McRae College located in Banner Elk, North Carolina.
These are only a few of the myriad of activities taking place at the
Grandfather Highland Games. Whether you are visiting Blowing Rock, Boone, Banner
Elk or anywhere in the High Country area of North Carolina, the Grandfather
Highland Games is a great family event. |
